How To Fix /SAPAPO/PINV005 - The EOQ does not lie within given borders (&1, &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PINV -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The EOQ does not lie within given borders (&1, &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV005 - The EOQ does not lie within given borders (&1, &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PINV005 indicates that the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) calculated for a particular product does not fall within the specified minimum and maximum order quantity limits. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) in SAP, particularly when dealing with inventory management and production planning.
  Cause:
  
  EOQ Calculation: The EOQ is calculated based on various parameters such as demand, holding costs, and ordering costs. If the calculated EOQ is less than the minimum order quantity or greater than the maximum order quantity defined in the system, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The minimum and maximum order quantities may not be set correctly in the material master or in the planning parameters.
  Demand Fluctuations: Sudden changes in demand or lead times can affect the EOQ calculation, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with the material master data, such as incorrect values for costs or demand, can lead to incorrect EOQ calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review EOQ Calculation: Check the parameters used for EOQ calculation. Ensure that the demand, holding costs, and ordering costs are correctly defined.
  Adjust Minimum and Maximum Order Quantities: If the EOQ is valid but falls outside the defined limits, consider adjusting the minimum and maximum order quantities in the material master or planning parameters.
  Check Master Data: Verify the material master data for the product in question. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out, including the minimum and maximum order quantities.
  Recalculate EOQ: If changes are made to the parameters or master data, recalculate the EOQ to see if it now falls within the specified limits.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on EOQ calculations and related settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to adjust material master data or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to analyze stock and requirements.
  APO Settings: Review the settings in the APO system, particularly in the SNP (Supply Network Planning) or DP (Demand Planning) modules, as they may have specific configurations affecting EOQ.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.